Soldier's Letter, 8 pages, 4to., Camp near Port Hudson (Louisiana), August 1st, 1863. James Watson (Co. B , 165th New York Infantry) writes lengthy and detailed letter pertaining to the Battle of Port Hudson. For full transcription of the letter, please see the scans.

Two holes through the first 4 pages (as see on the scan), otherwise fine. Good Battle of Port Hudson letters are getting harder to find. Comes with the original postally used cover postmarked New Orleans, LA, Due 3, and franked by the Regiment's Adjutant.